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Pumpkin Churros Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 8 pieces
Calories 350
Delight in these warm, cinnamon-sugar coated pumpkin churros, perfect for fall treats or festive gatherings.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Frying and coating

  • 1 quart oil for frying (peanut, canola, vegetable)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 2-3 tablespoons pumpkin purée (to taste)

Instructions 

  • Mix cream cheese, sugars, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and pumpkin purée until smooth.
  • Toss sugar and cinnamon together; set aside.
  • Combine water, pumpkin, oil, vanilla, then add flour, sugar, spices, and salt; fold into dough. Pipe into hot oil.
  • Fry churros until golden, about 2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
  • Toss churros in cinnamon sugar. Serve hot with cream cheese dip.

Notes

Ensure oil temperature is maintained at 375°F for perfect frying.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: pumpkin